General Description A certified mental health service provider trained to work with individuals, families, groups, and couples in treating mental, behavioral, and emotional problems.
Job titles & organizations LPC- Murphy Toerner associates LPC Counseling Intern St. Michaels High school LPC, LMFT, MALPC, NCC, BCC- Murphy Toerner Associates LCSW Sophia Therapy
Qualifications Completed an accredited masters program at a CACREP university 3000 hours supervised clinical experience w/LPC supervisor Take NCE Adherence to code of ethics Licensed Professional Counselor All of the above qualifications necessary Licensed Clinical Social Work [Completed Masters in social work. Must pass state SW exam] Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist [30% have phD] National Certified Counselor [used to accredit counselor for the field they would like to apply themselves to pursue clinical experience]
Entry Level Positions Join a firm Guidance Counselor in Schools Hospital Worker Mental Health Rehab Hospice Care Open a Private Practice (once licensed)
Average Income Licensed Professional Counselor 31,980 Certified Marriage Family Therapist 39,170 Licensed Clinical Social Worker 62,000
Availability of Positions Availability for positions is high (especially for males) Current Positions available Murphy Toerner & Associates ○ Hospital Care Open a private practice Child Counselors ○ Strong demand
Relevant Academic & Volunteer opportunities Internship as an aid to a counselor Field Placements while in Grad School Volunteer opportunities within organizations Church Marital Counseling Aid Community Center Aid Non Profit Counseling Aid
Things not expected… Court appearances “Don't bring your work home with you” Difference between coaching and counseling Homework & goal setting are essential to recovery